Moorgate Drive is in Astley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 7UA is located in the Astley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 2018-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moorgate Drive, Astley, Manchester, M29 7UA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 7DQ, M29 7DG, M29 7JD, M29 7HR, M29 7BS, M29 7RW, M29 7DS, M29 7RR, M29 7DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M29 7UA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.7% | 34.4% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 46.9% | -13.9% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 9.4% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.2% | 55% | 8.8% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 37% | 30% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11.3% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.2% | 11.7% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 6.4% | -10.9% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 19.7% | 7.4% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 6.4% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19.7% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 36.2% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 95.8% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 93.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 93.7% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 94.1% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 62.1% | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorgate Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Astley average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Moorgate Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2025-08-29 | £485,949 |
| 81 Moorgate Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-04-15 | £251,752 |
| 81 Moorgate Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-04-15 | £257,707 |
| 86 Moorgate Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2025-03-21 | £436,995 |
| 57 Moorgate Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-05-29 | £355,436 |
M29 7UA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7BT | 3out of 4 | 332 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7DY | 4out of 4 | 517 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley Primary School Ennerdale Road , Astley Tyldesley M29 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garrett Hall Primary School Garrett Lane , Tyldesley M29 7EY | 4out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kendal Road , Boothstown M28 1AG | 3out of 4 | 1,676 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 851 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,431 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 2,654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,819 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 4,254 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 2,100 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,727 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 4,138 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point Astley | Ann Lane, Tyldesley | 303 yd | |
| Lizhi | Ann Lane, Tyldesley | 303 yd | |
| Club Rasoi Indian Restaurant & Bar | Ann Lane, Tyldesley | 303 yd | |
| La Casa | Ann Lane, Tyldesley | 303 yd | |
| Bulls Head | 504 Manchester Road, Astley | 364 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Conservative & Unionist Club | 90-94 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 426 yd | |
| Astley Community Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 501 yd | |
| Astley Labour Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 501 yd | |
| Atherton Cricket Club | Eckersley Fold Lane, Atherton | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley's Sandwich and Delicatessen | 48 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 411 yd | |
| Astley Fish and Chips | 398 Manchester Road, Astley | 458 yd | |
| Astley Tandoori | 414-416 Manchester Road, Astley | 501 yd | |
| Treasure City | 233 Church Road, Tyldesley | 637 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Ley Recreation Ground PARKFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Ellesmere Street Playing Fields ELLESMERE STREET | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| St. Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 619 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic High School MANCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 911 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 349.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.